Frontalis Suspension Blepharoptosis Repair
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Author: Jay Wang
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Specialties: Ophthalmology
Schools: Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts Eye and Ear
Basic Info
Frontalis suspension blepharoptosis repair is the procedure of choice for the repair of blepharoptosis in the context of poor levator function (< 4mm). Numerous sling materials have been described for this procedure, however, preferred materials include banked, Tutoplast or autologous fascia lata, or silicone rods. This video demonstrates frontalis suspension utilizing silicone rods.
Authors:
Jay C. Wang, MD (Massachusetts Eye and Ear)
Suzanne K. Freitag, MD (Massachusetts Eye and Ear)
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